INNOVATIONS
John Deere launches Gator XUV Honor Edition utility vehicle
John Deere introduced the Gator XUV835M Honor Edition utility vehicle , designed to pay tribute to military veterans . These special edition models feature desert sand exterior panels , military-inspired graphics , and feature several model upgrades . The units will be available for a limited time , and can be preordered now by connecting with your local John Deere dealer .
The Gator XUV835M Honor Edition is available in an open-station
configuration , as well as an HVAC ( heating , ventilation , and air conditioning ) cab configuration . In addition to the new desert sand exterior color panels , the Honor Edition models come standard with the following :
Military-inspired model numbers , brand , and graphics
Black alloy wheels with Maxxis Bighorn 2.0 Extreme Terrain radial tires
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Black vinyl 40 / 60 split-bench seat Sport steering wheel Half-doors ( open station models ) Black roof Stone headliner ( HVAC cab
Brush guard
Deluxe cargo box with spray-in liner , brake lights , and taillights
Cargo box power lift
All model-year 2022 full-size Gator utility vehicles , including the Honor Edition models , can be ordered with Predator heavy-duty all-terrain radial tires . These are an excellent option for use on hard surfaces or intermediate off-road applications . Predator tires provide additional shock absorption and increased tread life while reducing ground pressure and terrain impact .
In conjunction with the launch of the Gator XUV835M Honor Edition , John Deere is supporting The SAVE Farm , which provides farming , ranching and agribusiness training and healing programs for service members , veterans and their families .
New TurfKeeper and TurfKeeper Pro rearmount , rear-discharge finish mowers from Woods Equipment Company
Woods Equipment Company introduced two new rear-mount finish mowers : TurfKeeper standard-duty and TurfKeeper Pro premium-duty .
A significant level of customer research provided the basis for the design updates to the current RD and PRD series finish mowers . This feedback translated into deliverables such as best-in-class cut quality , ease of attachment to tractors , low cost of ownership , and durability .
Enhancements include quick-hitch readiness as shipped from the factory , and an improved driveline holder for ease of attachment . New high-lift blades , under-deck baffling , and wider discharge outlet combine to provide bestin-class cut quality . Other new features , such as belt shields with thumbscrew attachment ( no tools required ), ductile iron sheaves for better belt grip and a robust gearbox warranty ( TurfKeeper Pro – 6 years ; TurfKeeper – 3 years ) make maintenance easier and less costly .
The TurfKeeper is available in
60- and 72-inch cutting widths , and is intended for use on tractors between 15 and 35 PTO horsepower or less , while the TurfKeeper Pro offers 60- , 72- and 84-inch cutting widths for use on tractors between 15 and 50 PTO horsepower .
Honda GXV160 engines now standard on Turfco TurnAer XT5 aerators
Turfco TurnAer XT5 aerators now come equipped with the Honda GXV160 engine .
“ We ’ re equipping the XT5 with the Honda GXV160 in response to customer requests ,” said Scott Kinkead , executive vice president , Turfco Manu-
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